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Controversial Hit By Pitch Allows Florida High School Baseball Team To Win State Title On Wild Squeeze Play

South Walton executed a perfect suicide squeeze to win the high school baseball championship in the state of Florida. However, the Seahawks would not have been in position to attempt the daring feat if not for a controversial hit by pitch that put the game-winning run on base. It could’ve gone either way! The high […] The post Controversial Hit By Pitch Allows Florida High School Baseball Team To Win State Title On Wild Squeeze Play appeared first on BroBible.

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Reporter says quiet part out loud about Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki signing

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Roki Sasaki last offseason. While Sasaki’s performance has been underwhelming for the most part aside from his 2025 playoff pitching out of the bullpen, the Dodgers are not going to give up on him anytime soon. Reporter Katie Woo recently discussed the Dodgers’ plan for Sasaki, via Dodgers Territory. “They […] The post Reporter says quiet part out loud about Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki signing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cardinals’ Lars Nootbaar gets date for 2026 debut

The St. Louis Cardinals have been without outfielder Lars Nootbaar throughout the entire 2026 season. But now, he is inching closer to finally returning to the major leagues. Nootbaar will be making his 2026 debut when he begins his rehab assignment at Low-A Palm Peach on Friday, via Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post […] The post Cardinals’ Lars Nootbaar gets date for 2026 debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Inside Braves’ Anthony Rizzo pursuit before Matt Olson trade

The Atlanta Braves acquired Matt Olson via trade with the Athletics in 2022, sending away several key prospects, including Shea Langeliers, in exchange for the 32-year-old first baseman. However, things could have gone much differently several years ago, as new reports reveal Atlanta initially pursued now-retired Anthony Rizzo first. When Freddie Freeman decided to leave […] The post Inside Braves’ Anthony Rizzo pursuit before Matt Olson trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees rumors: Buster Olney outlines possibility NY moves on from Jazz Chisholm Jr amid struggles

While the New York Yankees, on the whole, are doing fairly decent, second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. is struggling. He is going through an 8-for-48 slump at the plate and is batting .203 with 31 hits, four home runs, and 14 RBIs. Given that, ESPN MLB insider Buster Olney has a hunch that the Yankees […] The post Yankees rumors: Buster Olney outlines possibility NY moves on from Jazz Chisholm Jr amid struggles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers’ Will Smith reveals Shohei Ohtani motivation for first ever leadoff home run

With the Los Angeles Dodgers looking to continue rolling in the 2026 season, the team scored a 5-2 win over the San Francisco Giants that was helped by catcher Will Smith. As the Dodgers beat the Giants, the scoring started immediately with Smith channeling his inner Shohei Ohtani in a specific way. It started at […] The post Dodgers’ Will Smith reveals Shohei Ohtani motivation for first ever leadoff home run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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MLB rumors: Robbie Ray could be popular trade candidate before deadline

The San Francisco Giants have endured a difficult 2026 MLB season. While they may not enter a full rebuild at the trade deadline, the Giants could still look to trade some players away. It seems as if they will keep stars such as Rafael Devers, Matt Chapman and Willy Adames, but Robbie Ray is a […] The post MLB rumors: Robbie Ray could be popular trade candidate before deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cardinals rumors: Possible Jordan Walker contract extension receives big update

As the St. Louis Cardinals enter their rebuild, they’re closely evaluating their major league roster for any potential long-term contributors. So far, Jordan Walker has passed the test with flying colors. Still only 23-years-old, the Cardinals may have to consider signing Walker to a long-term contract extension. If not, the outfielder will only increase his […] The post Cardinals rumors: Possible Jordan Walker contract extension receives big update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers’ Edwin Diaz, 2 jockeys tied to illegal cockfighting in Puerto Rico

A USA Today investigation on Thursday has linked Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Edwin Diaz and jockey brothers Jose Ortiz and Irad Ortiz Jr. to illegal cockfighting events in Puerto Rico through social media posts, photos, and published reports. Diaz, a three-time MLB All-Star closer for the Dodgers, was reportedly identified in Facebook posts dated […] The post Dodgers’ Edwin Diaz, 2 jockeys tied to illegal cockfighting in Puerto Rico appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockies’ Warren Schaeffer glows over Mickey Moniak amid breakout season

As a former No. 1 overall pick, outfielder Mickey Moniak has struggled to live up to his draft hype. However, since coming to the Colorado Rockies, Moniak has been a crucial cog in the team’s lineup. Manager Warren Schaeffer has clearly come away impressed with the outfielder’s game. Alongside his work in the batter’s box, […] The post Rockies’ Warren Schaeffer glows over Mickey Moniak amid breakout season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Juan Soto channels Aaron Boone with press conference answer ahead of Subway Series

The New York Mets are preparing for their three-game series with their cross-town rivals. Juan Soto has been on the other side of the rivalry before. Soto is dealing with an ankle injury, but seems ready to go for the series. Even if he is hobbled, he can still take some shots at his former […] The post Mets’ Juan Soto channels Aaron Boone with press conference answer ahead of Subway Series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tarik Skubal elbow injury update should fire up Tigers fans

Detroit Tigers star pitcher Tarik Skubal was recently placed on the IL due to an elbow injury. The Tigers are closely monitoring the situation, and recent reports have suggested he may only need to miss around six weeks. On Friday, MLB insider Jon Heyman shared another encouraging update. “Tarik Skubal is already playing catch, barely […] The post Tarik Skubal elbow injury update should fire up Tigers fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Dodgers’ Alex Call said about his clutch hit vs. Giants

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup is filled with plenty of superstars and former MVPs. But on Thursday, it was outfielder Alex Call who came up clutch. With the Dodgers and Giants knotted at two, Call hit a pinch-hit two-run RBI. Los Angeles would go on to win 5-2. After the game, the outfielder credited his […] The post What Dodgers’ Alex Call said about his clutch hit vs. Giants appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs Receive Positive Update on Pursuit of Star Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs will most likely be looking to bring in a quality starting pitcher this summer. Heading into the 2026 campaign, the North Siders had a very respectable rotation. Edward Cabrera, who was acquired from the Miami Marlins in January, was seen as the missing piece of the puzzle. Nevertheless, injuries have decimated Chicago’s […] The post Cubs Receive Positive Update on Pursuit of Star Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.

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Red Sox SP Ranger Suarez Returns vs. Phillies, Remains Limited from Injury

The Boston Red Sox got a key piece of the starting rotation back on Thursday, as Ranger Suarez returned to the mound from a hamstring injury. That was just in time to take on his old team, the Philadelphia Phillies.Suarez pitched well, too, going 5.1 innings and 76 pitches. In that time, he gave up […] The post Red Sox SP Ranger Suarez Returns vs. Phillies, Remains Limited from Injury appeared first on HEAVY.

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White Sox 22-21 record sets up 1st since 2008 series with Cubs

Much to the surprise of everyone, the Chicago White Sox are doing pretty well. They are off to a 22-21 start to the season after sweeping the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. Now, they take on their cross-town rivals, the Chicago Cubs, this weekend in a three-game series. For the first time since 2008, both […] The post White Sox 22-21 record sets up 1st since 2008 series with Cubs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Los Angeles Dodgers Star Edwin Diaz Implicated In Illegal Cockfighting Ring In Native Puerto Rico

Move over Shohei Ohtani, there’s a new Los Angeles Dodgers star who finds himself at the center of an ugly scandal that could well land him in hot water with Major League Baseball. Edwin Diaz, who signed a three-year, $69 million deal with Los Angeles in the offseason, was recently implicated in an illegal cockfighting ring in his native […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Star Edwin Diaz Implicated In Illegal Cockfighting Ring In Native Puerto Rico appeared first on BroBible.

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Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado’s pregame change that has impacted offensive output

The Arizona Diamondbacks traded for Nolan Arenado during the offseason.  Arneado had been slowing down in his last few years with the St. Louis Cardinals. This year, Arenado started the season cold. Now, the third baseman is speaking about the change in his pregame routine, which has made a positive impact, per Ken Rosenthal of […] The post Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado’s pregame change that has impacted offensive output appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Jorge Polanco gets Achilles update, but no return date after PRP injection

The New York Mets are missing several key players due to injury, and it’s uncertain when one of them will return to the field. Jorge Polanco has been dealing with an Achilles injury, and he recently took a PRP injection. Unfortunately, his timeline to return is still up in the air, according to Will Sammon […] The post Mets’ Jorge Polanco gets Achilles update, but no return date after PRP injection appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Sox Signal Imminent Return for 2024 All-Star Pitcher

The Boston Red Sox were heavy preseason favorites to make the postseason in 2026. Currently 18-25 entering play on Friday, and 10.5 games back in the AL East, Boston has dug itself into an early hole.While pitching hasn’t necessarily been their Achilles heel this season, they could be getting some reinforcements in the not-too-distant future.Ian Browne […] The post Red Sox Signal Imminent Return for 2024 All-Star Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.

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